Tapiwa Mushonga, from Johannesburg, South Africa, attended Hilton College where he captained the soccer team. He began his collegiate career at Notre Dame College in 2022, making 4 appearances and scoring a goal against West Liberty. In 2024, he transferred to Buffalo State, where he played in 23 matches and added another goal to his name. Tapiwa joined Cleveland SC for the 2024 season, making 6 appearances—including 3 starts—and made his debut on May 25, 2024.